New couple; need info on registering gun in mexico

[romileti]

Hello everyone,

We are new and we're planning on moving to Mexico in a few months. I am Army retired and my wife if from Veracruz, Mexico. I have many questions but I need to start by asking about registering a pistol (Glock 25 caliber). Can I get some advice? Is it too hard to register? Do I need to just sell it and forget it? Thanks in advance.

[RVGRINGO]

Please get rid of any illusions about having a weapon in Mexico. You may not bring even a spent shell casing into the country. That's a 'straight to jail' offense. Even hunters, who might want to bring a shotgun, must join a recognized club and jump through a lot of federal hoops. There is only one way to have a weapon in Mexico and it is very complicated; involving the Army and a single Mexican Army source for the weapon in Mexico City. It must not be a 'military or police' calibre and you can't transport it outside of your home. Knowledge of its existence might actually make you a target.
So, come and enjoy Mexico......peacefully.

[mexliving]

that is a good question.... sell the glock... you cant inport a hand gun into mexico.
there is a law for hunters allowed to bring their hunting gear into mexico but its a complex process.

the mexican gun permit is given thorugh the mexico city department.... normally your local gun dealer (hunting rifle/shot gun) will do the paperwork for the mexican citizen.

so your wife should be able to get a permit for hunting rifle/shot gun.... if you want to have a weapon in your home.

i will stop and ask my local authorized gun dealer about your glock , just to make sure.

[BajaGringo]

Some changes to the law were recently made and as a Mexican citizen, you can now apply for a permit have a gun up to a 38 caliber. It is not a simple process and does take some time/effort.

Make sure that you do all the paperwork BEFORE bringing the gun/ammo into Mexico...

[polamexpat]

Originally Posted by BajaGringo

Some changes to the law were recently made and as a Mexican citizen, you can now apply for a permit have a gun up to a 38 caliber. It is not a simple process and does take some time/effort.

Make sure that you do all the paperwork BEFORE bringing the gun/ammo into Mexico...

By any chance, do you know how long it really takes to secure a firearm importation permit from the Mexican embassy or consulate in the U.S. if it is granted at all?

[pappabee]

Again, what's the deal. Mexico does not want NOB's to bring guns into the country. They have enough as it is.

Sell the gun, give it away, find a hot fire but don't try to bring one into the country. If you must have protection get a large mean nasty dog that doesn't eat meat. (hard to poison).

[ronb172]

And Lord help you if you shoot and kill a Mexican National. Even if he broke into your home

[polamexpat]

Originally Posted by ronb172

And Lord help you if you shoot and kill a Mexican National. Even if he broke into your home

So what are the options for an expat in Mexico to defend himself/herself during a home invasion by an intruder? Taser? Pepper spray? Kitchen knife? Or using these in self-defense will get you arrested as well?

[Isla Verde]

Originally Posted by polamexpat

So what are the options for an expat in Mexico to defend himself/herself during a home invasion by an intruder? Taser? Pepper spray? Kitchen knife? Or using these in self-defense will get you arrested as well?

Just curious. When was the last time you or someone you know was the victim of a home invasion?

[phyllisinMichigan]

Originally Posted by Isla Verde

Just curious. When was the last time you or someone you know was the victim of a home invasion?

In a small town in Northern Michigan it was earlier this week. Can't wait to leave, 11 days to go!!! I believe if you need your guns, stay home with them.